Is the system set up for working mums to fail? What we can do about it (without burning out)

About this episode

This episode discusses the challenges faced by working mums and the systemic changes needed to alleviate their struggles.

Why working mums feel overwhelmed, the mental load, mum guilt & the broken system behind it—this episode reframes expectations and what needs to change.

People in this episode

Host: Carina O’Brien

Topics covered

• working mums
• mental load
• mum guilt
• systemic issues
• parenting
• expectations

Keywords

• working mums
• mental load
• mum guilt
• system change
• parenting challenges
• overwhelm

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